[Opinion] The real reason Labour has waited until now to take action on Israel

The real reason Labour has waited until now to take action on Israel

As David Lammy announces the suspension of trade talks with Israel and new sanctions over the Gaza humanitarian crisis, political editor David Maddox explains why action wasn’t taken sooner

Britain’s shift on Israel has exposed a three-way split in Labour

Opinion Britain’s shift on Israel has exposed a three-way split in Labour Keir Starmer joined French and Canadian leaders in signing a joint letter criticising Israel’s conduct in Gaza. Their leverage is limited — but real Shehab Khan – 21 May 2025 The UN has warned that 14,000 babies could die within 48 hours if more food isn’t let into Gaza. Artwork by Hyphen. Photographs by House of Commons and Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images After more than 18 mo…